1958 Alvis TD vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 117 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TD | Viper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
